Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Honours)
R/143/6/0121 (MQA/FA5221) 09/26
Course Duration: 3 Years
The Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (Honours) at Southern University College is a cross-disciplinary programme aiming at providing students with skills, knowledge and attitudes that are essential for a successful, effective and committed early childcare practitioner and early childhood educator. Students learn liberal education including theories of education and pedagogy (the art of teaching).
Core Subjects
• Social Studies in Early Childhood Education
• Malaysian Pre-school Curriculum and Childcare Practice
• Early Childhood Development and Growth
• Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education
• Creative Art and Craft in Early Childhood Education
• Mathematics in Early Childhood Education
• Safety, Health & Nutrition for the Young Children
• Language and Literacy in Early Childhood Education
• Technology and Media in Early Childhood Education
• Drama, Creative Movement and Music in Early Childhood Education
• Science in Early Childhood Education
• Play in Early Childhood Education
• Child Care Curriculum and Practice in Malaysia
• Physical Education in Early Childhood Education
• Research method in Early Childhood Education
• Guidance for Young Children
• Home, School and Community Collaboration in Early Childhood Education
• Children with Special Needs
• Undergraduate Project 1
• Undergraduate Project 2
• Issues in Early Childhood Education
Elective Subjects
• Health Psychology
• English Proficiency
Entry Requirements
• UEC : A pass in Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with a minimum of five (5) credits in any subject, or its equivalent
• Foundation / Matriculation : A Certificate in Foundation / Matriculation with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent
• Diploma / Advanced Diploma : A Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Early Childhood Education or in any field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent CGPA 2.00
Career Opportunities
• Child Development Consultant
• Early Childhood Education Curriculum Developer
• Family Childcare House Providers
• Early Childhood Trainers
• Early Childhood Tutor
• Researcher
• Early Childhood Entrepreneurs
• Early Childhood Managers
Other Related Courses
Bachelor in Psychology (Honours)
Bachelor of Education (Honours) (Guidance & Counselling)
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